SIMPLE SUMMER SKIN

Can you feel it? The days are getting longer, florals are in full bloom and soon, the temperature will rise bringing blue skies and sunshine. That’s right, summer is just around the corner. And while you prepare for faraway getaways, trade layers for linen and grill outdoors, it’s also important to work on transitioning your skincare routine.

While it should go without saying that SPF is vital during the summer months, there are some other less obvious swaps needed in order to keep your skin hydrated, protected and glowing. And because we take skincare very seriously, below we’ve come up with the ultimate summer skincare routine. Plus the products worth trying. Keep scrolling to unlock your best summer skin.

SPF, SPF, SPF.

Hopefully, you're already applying a daily moisturizer with SPF (and if you aren’t, start immediately), but it’s even more important in the summer with all the time spent in direct sunlight. As a general rule of thumb, sunscreen should be the last step to your skin-care routine and you should apply two fingers worth (use your index and pointer fingers) to your face and neck.

SHOP SPF:

CLEANSE TWICE DAILY

When the air is hot and humid, your skin can get extra oily that’s why it’s even more important to cleanse your face…twice. Start by using an oil-based cleanser to dissolve all of the makeup, dirt and pollution on the surface of your skin. Then, use a water-based foam, gel or balm cleanser that removes any lingering dirt and deep cleans your pores. The two-step cleanse ensures that you’ve removed a whole day’s worth of makeup, SPF, grime and dirt from your face.

SHOP CLEANSERS:

INVEST IN A GOOD VITAMIN C SERUM

Vitamin C is great year-round, but all the more important in the summer. It helps prevent hyperpigmentation, improves the appearance of fine lines, and can even help with collagen production. Layer a few drops on your skin between cleansing and moisturising. What’s more, vitamin C is also great for brightening meaning radiant skin.

SHOP VITAMIN C SERUM:

LIGHTEN UP YOUR MOISTURISER

If you're not wearing a heavy winter coat, why should your skin? Just how you swap knitted layers for light linens, your skincare routine should make lightweight switches. The heat and humidity of summer can cause your rich moisturiser to clog and weigh down the skin. Instead, swap out in favour of a lightweight option.

SHOP LIGHTWEIGHT MOISTURISERS:

DON’T STOP USING RETINOL

It's no skincare secret that retinol is a superstar ingredient. But as the general rule for retinol is that you stay away from sunlight since retinol makes your skin more sensitive to UV rays, many of us fear using it in the summer months. The good news is that regardless of the season, retinol should always be applied at night so your routine doesn’t have to change.

SHOP RETINOL:

KEEP YOUR COOL

As the temperature increases and the humidity levels only get higher, a cooling face mist can serve as a respite. Packed with a whole host of powerhouse ingredients, these lightweight spritzes promise to top up and super-charge any skincare regime, making them the perfect desk-side companion or handbag hero.

SHOP FACE MISTS:

MORE TO READ

And it’s not just your skincare routine that needs revamping come Summer, discover the hair and beauty upgrades you should be making this summer in Sunshine State of Mind.